Hospice Of Orange & Sullivan Counties Inc
Newburgh, NY · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 331527)
CMS process measure: 98.69 (state average 97.72 — at state average)
Serves: 123 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (845) 561-6111 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Hospice Of Orange & Sullivan Counties Inc received a 5-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 90% of families saying they'd definitely recommend it. Its CMS composite process score of 98.69 is about at the New York state average of 97.72.
Hospice Of Orange & Sullivan Counties Inc serves 123 ZIP codes from its Newburgh, New York office in Orange County.
Yes, Hospice Of Orange & Sullivan Counties Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 331527, since 1988); the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Hospice Of Orange & Sullivan Counties Inc, located in Newburgh, New York (Orange County), has been Medicare-certified since July 27, 1988. Its ownership is classified by CMS as "Other."
According to CMS Care Compare CAHPS survey data, family caregivers gave this hospice a 5-star rating overall. Ninety percent of surveyed families said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 86% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the experiences of family caregivers who responded to the CMS survey and are reported by CMS at the vintage available on Care Compare.
On the CMS composite process measure, which reflects how consistently the hospice delivered certain recommended care processes, this hospice scored 98.69, compared to the New York state average of 97.72 — placing it at the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 61.8% of patients received visits in the final days of life, per published CMS data.
This hospice serves a broad area, covering 123 ZIP codes from its Newburgh, New York office.
The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility. No cost information beyond this is provided here. All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Care Compare or by contacting the hospice.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Hospice Of Orange & Sullivan Counties Inc is Medicare-certified (CCN 331527) since July 27, 1988, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
Families gave this hospice a 5-star CAHPS rating, with 90% saying they would definitely recommend it and 86% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10, per CMS Care Compare data.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 98.69, compared to the New York state average of 97.72, placing it at the state average according to CMS.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 123 ZIP codes from its Newburgh, New York office in Orange County, per CMS data.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 123 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS classifies its ownership type as "Other." Ownership type does not determine quality of care, which is better assessed through CMS quality measures and family caregiver survey results.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since July 27, 1988.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment, while hospice care is for people who have stopped curative treatment and are focused on comfort, typically with a life expectancy of six months or less as certified by a doctor.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing the underlying illness; it does not mean giving up all care or support.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (845) 561-6111 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not include enrollment steps; please contact the hospice at (845) 561-6111 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, quality measure scores compared to state averages, and the areas served — all of which are available for this hospice on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Hospice Of Orange & Sullivan Counties Inc directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/331527?state=NY to confirm current ratings and details.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh). Survey results are reported by family caregivers through the official CAHPS Hospice Survey; CMS publishes them only above response-count thresholds. Always verify current details with the hospice and Medicare before arranging care.